Storm season is upon us again in San Angelo, which means that it is more important than ever to make sure your computer is protected. While a direct lightning strike can be fatal to any system, even minor electrical surges and power fluctuations can cause harm. The best way to protect your computer during storms is to simply unplug it from the wall, but there are other safety measures as well.

One of the best things you can do to protect against power problems is to install a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) with AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) protection. A UPS will keep your computer on when the power turns off, but the extra functionality of an AVR ensures that your computer will receive a steady supply of power during surges and fluctuations.

A UPS/AVR is a cost-effective way to keep your equipment safe. Come by our store today to see what we have to offer!

October will mark the five-year anniversary for Computer BYTES! We would like to thank all of our customers who have helped us grow over the years. Your business is truly appreciated, and we hope we can continue to do business with you for many years to come.

Also coming up in October is the 16th Annual Business Showcase. The Showcase will be held Tuesday, October 2nd from 11am to 6pm at the Wells Fargo Pavilion (next to the Coliseum). This years theme is ‘Around the World’. Once again, Computer BYTES will have a booth set up so feel free to drop by and find out more about what we have to offer. More information on the Business Showcase can be found at http://www.sanangelo.org/.

A brand new school year has arrived! We hope that everyone had a spectacular summer break. ASU students can stop by our office to receive a free 6′ ethernet cable and take advantage of our back to school specials.

San Jose, Calif., April 25, 2007 – Acer America, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, today announced a voluntary recall of approximately 27,000 rechargeable lithium ion batteries containing battery cells manufactured by Sony Energy Devices Corp. Under certain circumstances, these batteries may overheat and create a potential fire hazard. Read more….